The Airfield: Structure, Traffic Rules and Procedures

2. Airport Procedures

2.4. Zigzag Taxiing

Mechanic shows the wayIn the chapter "Lookout Before Taxiing" we have already described this.  Depending on the type of aircraft, forward visibility can be very restricted. This of course causes problems when taxiing on the ground. US Ground Crew often sat down on the wing to guide their pilots in the right direction. Of course we don't have that in our simulations. As already described, you can make use of the outside views, the adjustment of the point of view or the like. But if nothing else, you should zigzag along the taxiway.

Zigzag rolls of kaltokri, Common Free

As you can see from the red arrows in the picture, you taxi cross the taxiway in a zigzag pattern. You look through the side window along the taxiway. The angle has to be chosen so that you have enough view forward and also stay on the taxiway. If you are sure, choose a less turn angle to move faster. If you want to check where you are and whether the path is clear, you choose a greater angle.